Tears of the Kingdom Side Quests: A Link to Breath of the Wild?

How Do Tears of the Kingdom Side Quests Connect to Breath of the Wild?

In Tears of the Kingdom, many players will be shocked to find some of the TOTK side quests, especially those that appear in Hyrule, feature a number of Breath of the Wild side quests characters and storylines, giving viewers an odd impression, a sense that Link was a completely new character who was newly introduced to this game - and had no memory or previous experience, in this fantastical world.

It is difficult to imagine how Link, as the main character across these productions would not have retained that history. But this seems to be one of those details in Tears of the Kingdom that often appear to be contradictory to the storyline of its predecessor, Breath of the Wild, an inconsistent element of the larger Zelda games timeline - especially when we see how some characters - especially those that have more prominence in those side quests and those main characters who were featured in the larger story - have an awareness and memory of events from Breath of the Wild.

How Does the Story for Tears of the Kingdom Connect To Breath of the Wild?

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Both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom are considered two of the most popular titles within the Zelda series - but for those seeking a complete narrative that ties together every event. It appears the Zelda series continues to embrace some level of discontinuity - especially in the case of Tears of the Kingdom.

TOTK has also continued to feature some notable elements, characters, and story arc elements from Breath of the Wild but in an unexpected form, where we've seen the appearance of those characters and Link, even if the Zelda games timeline appears to not recognize those previous moments.

Does the Story of Tears of the Kingdom Require You To Play Breath of the Wild First?

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While both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, share a universe and even several characters. There is a growing debate regarding if you have to experience Breath of the Wild in order to fully understand or even appreciate the TOTK story.

While fans who've had a chance to explore Breath of the Wild and have seen how those elements - Link, Ganondorf and, perhaps more prominently Zelda's overall quest. They would have an easier time appreciating those events, and also how they transferred to Tears of the Kingdom. While it may not be entirely necessary to have those games under your belt, there are key aspects that give you a greater sense of how Zelda has continued to evolve.

Is Tears of the Kingdom a Direct Sequel?

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Tears of the Kingdom, as one of the newest titles within the Zelda series, features a more direct approach - that could give viewers a sense of how it continues a story that is centered around the main events and those iconic characters (Link in Tears of the Kingdom), and has built upon those core themes - from its storyline to how those characters evolve, giving a better understanding of the events.

Those familiar with the Zelda games (or those new to The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom , should note the production is considered a rare form of production for the franchise. It was meant to be more akin to an anthology, showcasing new story arcs and characters. For many fans of the Zelda series - this production appears to be an exciting move, providing a deeper look into how the series has made those connections, including the transition between Breath of the Wild story and the overall narrative that is part of Tears of the Kingdom. It has brought a unique, new vision.

Why Doesn't Everyone in Hyrule Recognize Link?

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A small, seemingly insignificant element for Breath of the Wild (BOTW) and Tears of the Kingdom fans - that has become more noticeable as many are asking about the potential plotholes within the production. It seems as if those that have experienced both of these games might notice a lack of memory from some of the main characters from the previous title - as many have forgotten about the hero Link . While it is possible, these are all separate story arcs, as it has become a common practice in Zelda productions.

In an effort to combat that, this was seen in Breath of the Wild as it used one world to connect its storylines - however, this creates a disconnect between these events. Those that continue to play the game often suggest - as one of those possibilities that there is a reason, it seems as if there's a slight break in the overall timeline and this may mean Link has had some changes. One might even suggest it's all connected. While there is a need to be aware that this production will continue to focus on the story of Link.

Is There Any Connection Between Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom?

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Tears of the Kingdom (also called BOTW sequel ) has made a significant effort to connect itself to Breath of the Wild. While many would consider this the primary link between these productions, they are still very closely associated.

Both games offer similar features that create the environment that gamers can explore: those visual aspects - landscapes, open-world elements, along with that incredible detail - those features have been a major point that was featured within Breath of the Wild, serving as a key moment for Nintendo and as a benchmark. In an effort to expand the game world, Tears of the Kingdom has built upon this theme, introducing more features and storylines that often appear as extensions of those in Breath of the Wild . While The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom continues to evolve those elements in the franchise, the stories behind both are intertwined.